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Earth Unforgettable

Artistic creativity fueled by the drive and determination to return to school

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Earth Unforgettable

Earth Unforgettable

Earth Unforgettable

Earth Unforgettable

Earth Unforgettable

Artistic creativity fueled by the drive and determination to return to school

Artistic creativity fueled by the drive and determination to return to school

Artistic creativity fueled by the drive and determination to return to school

Artistic creativity fueled by the drive and determination to return to school

Michelle Nance
Michelle Nance
Michelle Nance
Michelle Nance
1 Campaign |
Lobitos, Peru, United States
$1,795 USD 24 backers
119% of $1,500 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

Earth Unforgettable - The Story

Samuel, a gifted artist and dedicated student headed to college last year to pursue his dream of earning a degree in architecture, a huge accomplishment from someone of his economic background. However, due to economic constraints he was forced to drop out after completing a very successful first semester. 

The son of a fisherman from a humble town on the northern coast of Peru, where the average family lives far below the poverty line, Samuel sees these obstacles as challenges rather than hardships. He is more determined than ever to return to school and has identified an opportunity to begin a small business using his artistic skills. 

Earth Unforgettable was born when Samuel's uncle suggested that he paint t-shirts using special wash resistant paint. The town where he lives receives surf tourism and there are very few opportunities for tourists to buy something unique, locally made, and easy to carry home. Although Samuel has been selling his art for the last few years to tourists, it is often difficult for them to travel with the stunning paintings done on drift wood and greatly reduces the demand. By painting on t-shirts he fills a gap in the market and his pilot study, selling his hand painted t-shirts, was wildly successful. 

He is ready to become a serious entrepreneur supporting himself and enabling him to return to school.  Your donation will not only help Samuel get his business off the ground, but will enable him to get back into school and end the cycle of poverty. If you are unable to donate at this time, you can still help by sharing the video and campaign with friends and family!

About the Shirts

The shirts are each hand painted with a unique one-of a kind design by Samuel. The shirts are made of eco-friendly materials and the paint is safe for washing. He is inspired by the ocean and the landscapes of his coastal town.

Tourists with their one of a kind Earth Unforgettable shirts

Support and Business Education

 Lobitosinfo, a local entrepreneurial start-up that supports community endeavors and provides free travel and tourism information, is providing support and business education to Samuel. Together, market research was completed and a detailed business plan was written. He has committed to fulfill his responsibilities enabling him to see profit, re-invest in his business, save for school and help support his family and community.

Samuel working on his Earth Unforgettable business plan

How Your Donation Will Be Used

The funds raised will be used to finish his workshop so he has a secure and clean place to design and paint his Earth Unforgettable shirts and other artistic creations. The town where he lives has a desert climate with high winds causing dust and sand to accumulate hindering progress and the ability for the shirts to dry without being ruined. His workshop needs a roof, concrete floor, finished walls, a door, and windows to be completed. Additionally, the funds will be used to purchase shirts, paint and other necessary materials.

Samuel's future workshop

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Shout Out

$10 USD
To thank you for your support you'll get a shout out on the Earth Unforgettable Facebook page and logged as a project contributor.
Estimated Shipping
March 2015
1 claimed

Earth Unforgettable Sticker

$25 USD
Receive an Earth Unforgettable Logo Sticker to rock your support all year long! In addition, you'll get a shout out on the Earth Unforgettable Facebook page and be logged as a project contributor.
Estimated Shipping
March 2015
5 out of 100 of claimed

Personalized EU Postcard

$40 USD
Because we all love getting something other than bills in the mail! You'll be sent a personalized thank-you message from the artist on an Earth Unforgettable postcard. In addition, you'll get a shout out on the EU Facebook page and logged as a project contributor
Estimated Shipping
April 2015
2 out of 30 of claimed

Screen Printed T-Shirt

$65 USD
Hot off the press! Be one of the first to receive an Earth Unforgettable Screen Printed T-shirt. In addition, you'll receive a shout out on the EU facebook page and logged as a project contributor.
Estimated Shipping
April 2015
2 out of 50 of claimed

Hand painted T-shirt

$100 USD
Each shirt is one of a kind, uniquely designed and hand-painted by Samuel. A true treasure that you can wear and wash over and over again.
Estimated Shipping
July 2015
4 out of 30 of claimed

Superstar Package

$150 USD
For your incredible support, you'll receive a hand-painted one of a kind Earth Unforgettable T-shirt, a personalized thank you postcard, an EU logo sticker and a shout out on the EU Facebook page and be logged as a project contributor.
Estimated Shipping
July 2015
1 out of 20 of claimed

Original Painting

$200 USD
You'll receive a beautiful, original painting by Samuel to enjoy in your home or office year round. In addition you'll receive a personalized thank you postcard, an Earth Unforgettable logo sticker, and a shout out on the EU Facebook page and logged as a project contributor.
Estimated Shipping
August 2015
0 out of 6 of claimed
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